Posts by Rich
Learning about Mexico with Felipe Hernandez
Felipe Hernandez shares his experience living Mexico and moving to the United States, music influences, and how life can become happier through effort. (9:42) Felipe discusses authentic Mexican food and the difference between Mexico City and area surrounding it. (18:03) Felipe and Rich talk about work ethic. (23:37) Felipe shares his favorite music: punk, metal,…
Read MoreCommunication Makes the World Go ‘Round
Communication can be as big as the world or as small as yourself. It’s not a tangible skill but if get good at it, it can strengthen your relationships with your family, neighbors, and community. All these lead to a better life and who doesn’t want a better life? Something I’ve been thinking about over…
Read MorePlaying Moneyball to Win at Life
“Moneyball” by Michael Lewis can be applied to own own lives. Society defines what success looks like. Most people chase that. But by defining what winning looks like to us, we can combine unique data and our skills to win big. By now, many people have heard of this influential book. It even became a…
Read MoreUnplugging to see the Light
After unplugging from election coverage, Rich reflects outward on Lake Michigan, wondering if we’ll ever see the Big Dipper from Chicago again. A couple hours ago, Ken and I were hanging out in our studio. He was at his animation station. Two days ago he decided he was going to draw each of the original…
Read MoreThe Spiritual Leadership of Phil Jackson
Phil Jackson brought spirituality to the NBA. He challenged the status quo and won 11 NBA titles coaching the Chicago Bulls and LA Lakers. He combined his personality, philosophy and beliefs, and background to coach his own way. He introduced mindfulness and meditation to basketball. Phil Jackson is the greatest basketball coach of all-time. He…
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